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M300 SLX

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,725 mi
Last recorded73,725 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 SLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 73,725 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 72,816 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 72,589 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 72,560 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 72,326 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 71,885 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 70,422 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Both rear tyres cracking

Pass 29 Jun 2018 68,367 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear and O/S front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 67,526 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 66,887 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 66,887 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 65,474 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 62,908 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 61,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

exhaust middle box corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2013 61,909 miles

Oil leak

exhaust middle box corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2012 58,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Jun 2012 58,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Jul 2011 53,401 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 46,235 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 41,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 37,174 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 34,751 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 34,348 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 30,712 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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M300 SLX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M300 SLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M300 SLX registered?

M300 SLX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is M300 SLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 SLX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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